Tips how to cope with Coronavirus Pandemic for Nannies & Parents
What should you do during this difficult times of coronavirus pandemic as a parent or a childcarer? Here we have a few tips for you how to make this time safe for your family.
Governess required for G13 & B13 in London, UK – GBN292
A family based in London, UK, is seeking an experienced and educated Governess for their twins B13 & G13. Live out. Full-time. Salary £42,000+ per annum.
How to be a calmer Parent and Childcarer?
Want to be a calmer parent or nanny? This blog provided by Mummy, Yoga enthusiast and guest blogger Bettina Rae offers some great tips!
What is a Governess?
We are often asked by applicants, “What do I need to become a governess?”. We are also asked by families, “What is a difference between a Governess and a Nanny?”
Today we are answering your questions.
Why you should visit the Bolshoi Theater when in Moscow?
A trip to the Bolshoi for theatre for the ballet in Moscow will take your breath away. Sheer beauty, class and talent you will love every minute.
Rota Governess required for G7 & B3 in Moscow, Russia – GBN291
A family from Moscow is seeking an experienced English speaking Governess for G7 & B3. 3+ years in childcare and teaching degree or certificates are a must. 2weeks on/2 weeks off. Live-in. Salary £4,000 npm.
Experienced Nanny required for G3 in Riyadh, KSA – GBN290
A family from Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Nanny for the education of their 3 year old daughter. The job is to start in May. Long-term, live-in, separate room with bathroom. Salary £1000 npw.
Why should my child learn a second language?
Are you thinking about giving your child the opportunity to learn a second language and opening their world educationally, culturally and socially?
Experienced Governess required for B4 in Riyadh, KSA – GBN289
A family from Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Governess for the education of their 4 year old son. The job is from 1 March. Long-term, live-in, separate room with bathroom. Salary £1000 npw
What are the benefits of hiring a Manny?
Considering hiring a manny for your children? Take a look at some of the benefits here. We have many nannies registered with Great British Nannies.
Bilingual Nanny for G13 & G5 required in Madrid, Spain – GBN288
A family from Madrid, Spain is seeking an bilingual Nanny/Governess for G13 & G5. 5+ years of experience, degree, fluent in English and French or Mandarin. Live-in. Start ASAP. Salary €1000+ pw
English Nanny for B9, G8, B5 & G1 required in Tel Aviv, Israel – GBN287
A family from Tel Aviv, Israel is seeking an English speaking Nanny/Governess for B9, G8, B5 & G1. 3+ years of experience, a driver with working status for Israel. Live-in. Start ASAP. Salary high, negotiable.
Fun winter activities in Moscow
Travelling to Moscow this winter? Here’s a list of fun activity ideas for you!
Want to change your career? Why not become a Nanny!
Are you thinking about becoming a nanny? Have a read here on the top ten perks of being a nanny. Especially as you’ll be having fun everyday! Read on.
English Nanny for G2, G4 & G6 required in Dubai, UAE – GBN286
A family from Dubai, UAE is seeking an English speaking Nanny/Governess for G2, G4 & G6. 3+ years of experience and childcare qualification are required. Live-in. Start ASAP. Salary high, negotiable.
Things to see in Moscow
Travelling to Russia? Here is your ultimate what to see guide in Moscow! It’s a wonderful city with so much to do for people with all interests.
How to have a winning relationship with your Nanny?
How you can get the best out of your nanny so that you, your children and your nanny work in harmony? These tips are here to help you find the best match.
English speaking Nanny required for G2 in Riyadh, KSA – GBN285
A family from Riyadh, KSA is seeking an English speaking Nanny for G2. 3+ years of experience with babies is required. Fluent French is an advantage. Live-in accommodation. Start – January 2020. £1200 npw.
How to secure a job as a Governess?
Life as a Governess is extremely rewarding, exciting and full of opportunity to travel to some truly spectacular locations. Read how to secure a Governess job.
What is a Unicorn family?
Are you looking for your unicorn family? Nannies with unicorn families know when they have them and stay with them for many years. How do you find a unicorn family and get your best nanny job yet?
Temporary Nanny required for B1.5 in Kuwait – GBN284
A family from Kuwait is seeking a temporary Nanny, who is fluent in English, for their 1.5 year old baby boy.The job is from 1 December 2019 to 20 February 2020. Live-out, own apartment. £1000+ npw,
English speaking Governess required for G5 in Riyadh, KSA – GBN283
A family from Saudi Arabia is seeking a Governess, who is fluent in English and preferably French, for G5. The job is to start ASAP. Long-term, live-in, separate room with bathroom. Salary £1200+ npw,
What is a home tutor?
Are you considering to hire a tutor? There are numerous reasons a family might choose to opt for a personal and optimised home tutoring approach as opposed to solely using the in-class school system.
Experienced Governess required for B3 in Riyadh, KSA – GBN282
A family from Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Governess for the education of their 3 year old son. The job is to start in ASAP. Long-term, live-in, separate room with bathroom. Salary £1000+ npw,
Experienced Nanny required for B2 & B7m in Riyadh, KSA – GBN281
A family from Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Nanny for the care of their two sons, 2y and 7m. The job is to start in ASAP. Long-term, live-in, separate room with bathroom. Salary £1000+ npw.
Five Tips for Hiring the Perfect Nanny
Mary Poppins set the standard and I’m really going to ask you to take my word for this as someone that runs a nanny agency and speaks with clients for a living. So let’s see how to find your Mary Poppins.
Tutor for an Adult in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – GBN280
A family from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking an English Tutor for an Adult. Its a part time temporary position for one month up to 3h daily. Private room in staff housing, travel cotst paid. £2000 pm
Tutor for B16 in Jurmala, Latvia – GBN279
A family from Jurmala, Latvia is seeking an English speaking Tutor for B16. The candidates must have 10+ years experience, university degree and a driving license. Live-out accommodation. High salary.
Temporary Nanny for G14m in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – GBN278
A Royal family from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Baby Nanny for a temporary cover 22 Dec 2019 – 5 Jan 2020. Fluent English and 3+ years of experience are required. Salary £1000+npw.
What is a Maternity Nurse and what is their importance to first time parents?
In this blog we will tell you all about maternity nurses. Who they are, what they can do and what they can not. Where to find a maternity nurse. And even how to become a career maternity nurse.
Brave Mama finding her passion when it most mattered for her family
Our guest blogger Nicola shares how mummy of two, soon to be three found her passion when she most needed to. Read about her path since she decided that her family would rise above all struggles.
Nanny required for B7m in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – GBN277
A VIP family from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking an experience Baby Nanny for B7m. The candidates must be fluent in English and have 3+ years experience. Live-in accommodation. Salary £1000+npw.
Celebrate Summer with some Enid Blyton inspired Fun
This month we celebrate the birthday of British author Enid Blyton and her treasured literary works. We’ve come up with some ideas to sprinkle some Famous Five inspired magic into your summer break!
Qualified Baby Nanny required for G7m in Doha, Qatar- GBN276
A royal family from Doha, Qatar is seeking a qualified English-speaking Nanny for G7m. Live-out accommodation provided. The job is to start asap. Long-term full-time contract. Salary £1000-1200 npw.
English Nanny required in Rougemont, Switzerland – GBN275
A family residing in Rougemont, Switzerland is seeking a fun English-speaking Nanny for their three children, B7, G5 and B3. Driving license, First Aid and DBS are required. Live-in. Salary £800 npw.
Experienced Nanny required for B2 & NB in Ankara, Turkey – GBN274
A family residing in Ankara, Turkey is seeking a mature English-speaking Nanny for B2 and NB to join them in April 2020. Fluent English and driving licence is a must. Live-in, salary £1000 npw.
Experienced Nanny/Governess required in Ullersdorf, Germany – GBN273
A family residing in Ullersdorf, Germany is seeking an experienced and educated English-speaking Nanny/Governess for their four children (shared charge). Separate accommodation, salary £800-1000 npw.
Plastic-Free Family Games that Ignite Imagination
The beautiful season of summer is here! We hope that our latest blog post will inspire you to create some wonderful plastic-free fun for all the family. Whether it’s creating a magical den in the garden, or setting up a messy play station to create and let the imagination run free, we hope that you have a whole lot of fun whatever you decide to get up to!
Personal Assistant required in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – GBN272
A VIP family from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking an experience and mature Personal Assistant. The candidates must be fluent in English and French with good command in Arabic. Salary negotiable.
Fun Ways to Weave Family Fitness into your Schedule
It’s Wimbledon season over here in England, a time when many of us dust off the tennis rackets once more in sporting spirit! Exercise is crucial for our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing and done together as a family further boosts the release of feel good hormones. We hope this blog post inspires some outdoor family fun this summer!
Experienced Maternity Nurse required in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – GBN271
A family from Saudi Arabia is seeking an experience Maternity Nurse for the care of their prematurely born baby girl. The job is to start in ASAP in Jeddah. 3 months contract. Salary £250 npd.
English-speaking Nanny required for B4m, Kuwait city, Kuwait – GBN270
A family residing in Kuwait city is seeking an experience and mature nanny, who is fluent in English, for the care and development of their 4 month old boy. Live-in position. Salary £1000-1300 npw.
6 Effective Ways to Apply Conscious Parenting
The arrival of beautiful new royal baby Archie has introduced an openly ‘conscious’ approach to parenting adopted by new parents Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex. Their profound personal life experiences as individuals means that they now unite as a family with a broadened perspective of what a child needs to develop and thrive.
Experienced Housekeeper required in Belgravia, London – GBN269
A nice family residing in Belgravia, London is seeking an experience housekeeper who is fluent in English, who has previously worked in VIP households and can help out with their 3 year old daughter from time to time. The candidate must have up to date DBS and min 3 contactable references. £33,000-36,300 gpa.
Celebrating World Ocean’s Day as a Family
Where would we be without the miracle of the magical and astounding ocean? Certainly not here on planet earth as we know it. The health of our oceans has become a mission of the masses, we have finally opened our eyes and our hearts to a spirit of positive activism, creating a dawn of change. Celebrate World Oceans Day 2019 with Great British Nannies!
Maternity Nurse required in July, London + Travels – GBN268
A VIP family from Saudi Arabia is seeking a qualified and experienced Maternity Nurse or Maternity Nanny for the care of their newborn due beginning of August. The placement is 12 weeks in total to start 26 July in London, then Marbella and then Al-Khobar for the last 3 weeks. Only candidates with 5+ years of newborn experience and relevant qualifications will be considered. Salary £250+ npd.
Experienced Nanny required for G3, Sloane Square, London – GBN267
An international family residing near Sloane Square, London is seeking an experience and qualified nanny, who is fluent in English, for the care and education of their 3 year old daughter. The candidate must have up to date First Aid and DBS check. This is a live-in position, with your own bedroom and bathroom. Live-out can be considered. Salary £1000+ npw.
From new Mummy struggles to finding my inner strength
An honest account from a new mum, who lost her sparkle after giving birth to her first child. But has found it again through reconnecting to her love of fitness and motivating people. She has become a BeachBody coach and is able to work from home doting on her daughter all at once. Read her amazing journey to regaining her self-esteem and zest for life.
Ideas for New Mamas in Need of Some Self-Care
Your long anticipated precious bundle of joy is finally here. You may feel elated, afraid, anxious, calm or overwhelmed. The post-partum phase after baby’s arrival and can overwhelming, and it’s easy to slip back into doing mode when what you really need is deep, deep rest. We hope these ideas will inspire some much deserved nourishing YOU time.
Summer Governor required for B8 & B11, Yacht trip in Mediterranean – GBN266
A Kazakh family, travelling around Mediterranean on their yacht from 20 July to the end of August, is seeking an educated, sporty, fun and experienced Governor, who is fluent in English, to join them during the trip. They have two sons 8 and 11, who love active games as well as reading books. Own cabin with bathroom provided. Salary £1000 npw.
English speaking Nanny required for B4 & B6 in Kitzbuehel, Austria – GBN265
A family residing in Austrian Tirol is seeking a qualified and experienced Nanny, who is fluent in English, for the care of their two sons aged 4 and 6. Minimum 5 years of experience as a Nanny, confident driver is required as well as childcare qualifications. The role is great for ski lovers. Live-in, private room with bathroom is provided. Salary £750 npw.
English speaking Nanny required for G1.5 in Muscat, Oman – GBN264
A family residing in Muscat, Oman is seeking a qualified, experienced and kind Nanny who is fluent in English, for the care of their 1.5 year old daughter. Minimum 5 years of experience as a Nanny as well as childcare qualification is required. Live-in, private room with bathroom, medical insurance is provided. Salary £900 npw.
Benefits of Magical Family Reading Time
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Children’s Book Week we pay tribute to the magic that happens when families come together to relish story time together. The joy that shines upon the faces of those captivated by the power of stories, enchanted by the turn of each new page. Family reading time is a gateway to limitless fun, adventure and wonder!
English speaking Nanny required for B3 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – GBN263
A family residing in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking an active, experienced and kind Nanny who is fluent in English, for the care of their 3 year old boy. Minimum 3 years of experience working with toddlers. There is a baby and Nanny might be asked to help out Maternity Nurse from time to time. Live-in, private room with bathroom. Salary £1000-1200 npw.
Nanny for G6 & B6m required in Brussels, Belgium – GBN262
A family residing in Brussels, Belgium is seeking an English speaking Nanny for their two children, G6 and B6m. Minimum 3 years of experience with babies and young children is required. It will be shared charge with the mother and housekeeper. Live-in position with your own room and bathroom. Salary £800 npw.
Summer Governor/Governess required for B5, Turkey or Europe – GBN260
A Russian family is seeking a fun and active Governess/Governor to join them during the summer months (destination either Turkey or Europe). The governor will help their son of 5 to learn English and to become more confident with a foreign language. Either separate room with bathroom or studio will be provided. Salary £1000 npw.
Interview With Our Wonderful Great British Nannies Founder Cleo
Founded in 2014 Great British Nannies is a boutique nanny that provides childcare with a difference. For founder Cleo the Great British Nannies mission goes far beyond a business or a brand, it is a passion and she is motivated by purpose. We caught up with Cleo to find out more about her own childhood, her inspirations and hopes for the future.
Experienced Nanny for G6 & G3 required in West Hollywood, USA – GBN259
A family of four residing in West Hollywood is seeking an experienced and educated Nanny for their 3 daughters, 6 and 3 years old. Ideally the nanny will have 5-8 years of relevant experience and childcare education. Preferably candidates who seek a live-in position but live-out will be considered as well. Salary $1000 gpw.
Summer Nanny for G7, B6 & G3 required in London, UK – GBN258
A lovely family from Saudi Arabia, who will be spending their summer in London, is seeking an experienced and fun Nanny for their 3 children – G7, B6 & G3. They will be in London from 12 June to 15 August. The Nanny will help them organise daily trips and activities. Live-out. Location near Victoria Station. Salary £12 nph.
Summer Nanny for B2 & B5 required in Germany – GBN257
An American family residing near Kaiserslautern in Germany is seeking an experienced and mature Nanny to join them for 2 months in July in August. The duties will be to assist the father with the care for B2 & B5 while their mother is travelling for business. It’s a live-in position with a separate room and bathroom provided. Salary £800 npw.
Summer Governess for B9 & G6 required in Hungary – GBN256
A Hungarian family is seeking an educated, experienced and fun Governess to teach English to their two children, boy 9 years old and girl 6, while they travel in Hungary. It’s a 4 week placement from mid July to mid August. Separate room/accommodation provided. Salary £800-1000 npw.
5 Reasons why Nannying is a Millennials Perfect Career Choice
With a rise in millennials seeking fulfilment from their day job, it comes as no surprise that the appeal to switch careers and become a full-time nanny is on the up. At Great British Nannies we’ve witnessed countless women and men trade in their high pressured mainstream teaching professions to become a travel nanny for one of our VIP families.
English speaking Nanny required for G5 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – GBN255
A royal family residing in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking an educated, experienced and kind Nanny who is fluent in English, for the care and development of their 5 year old daughter. Minimum of 3 years experience and university degree are required. Live-in, private room with bathroom £4000 npm.
Experienced Nanny required for B2 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – GBN254
A royal family residing in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking an active, experienced and kind Nanny who is fluent in English, for the care of their 2 year old boy. A good team worker is requited as there is a team of nannies who work with other siblings and support each other when needed. Live-in, private room with bathroom £4000 npm.
Why Celebrities & Royalty Choose Great British Nannies
Great British Nannies are proud to be the childcare provider of choice for a number of celebrities and royal families around the world. We continue to receive wonderful feedback from high profile clients who entrust their childcare needs in our capable hands. Our reputation as a leading boutique nanny agency continues to flourish and here’s why…
Fuss-free Date Night for you and your Partner
You may struggle to remember what date night looks like, let alone feels like. Amongst the demands of parenthood and list of things to do, romance quickly drops to the bottom of the pile. We’ve come up with some easy to organise date ideas for you and your partner to re-kindle the romance.
How to be the new Dad that your Partner needs you to be
Great British Papas, firstly we want you to know how much you are appreciated. We know that parenthood, whilst incredibly rewarding, is no easy feat and as a new papa you might be feeling overwhelmed to say the least. Here’s how to rise to the occasion for your new family and be the best partner possible at a time when she needs you most.
English speaking Nanny for B6, B4 & G3m in Battersea, London – GBN253
A family residing in Battersea, London is seeking an active, experienced and educated Nanny who is fluent in English and preferably Spanish. The main care is for B6 & B4 and shared care for G3m. Live-out, five days per week. Salary £600-650 npw.
Maternity Nurse required in July in Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia – GBN252
A family residing in Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia is seeking a qualified and experienced Maternity Nurse or Maternity Nanny for the care of their newborn due end of July. 5+ years of experience working with new born babies and relevant qualifications are required. Salary £250 npd.
English speaking Governor/Governess for B6 in Cyprus – GBN251
A Russian family residing in Larnaca, Cyprus is seeking an English speaker for the education and development of their 6 years old son. 3+ years of experience working with primary school age, degree or TEFL are required. Live-out, accommodation or petrol expenses covered. Salary £450-500 npw.
Why Positive Affirmations make Motherhood more Manageable
Many mothers use positive affirmations to handle the daily demands of motherhood, which allows them to connect to a place of calm and peace no matter what chaos may ensue. Daily positive affirmations can make a huge impact on our quality of lives and allow us to take life’s challenges in our stride. Here’s how you can make daily affirmations work for you!
English speaking Baby Nanny required in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – GBN250
A family residing in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking an English speaking Baby Nanny for the care and development of their 4 months old baby. 3+ years of experience working with babies as a career nanny is required. Live-in accommodation provided. Salary £1200-1750 npw depending on the hours worked.
English speaking Governess/Tutor required in Dalian, China – GBN249
A family residing in Dalian, China is seeking an English speaking Governess/Tutor for the education of their 2 year old daughter and the mother. 3+ years of experience as a governess or tutor as well as basic knowledge of British curriculum is required. Live-in accommodation provided. Salary £800-1000 npw.
Food Allergies in Children: How to Spot and Treat Them Best
Food allergy figures in children are on the rise. We all hope that our children will never encounter an allergic reaction to food, for example when eating out at a new restaurant. In the instance that this happens, we’ve outlined how you can best handle this situation with confidence.
English speaking Nanny/Governess required in New York City – GBN248
A family residing in New York City, USA is seeking an English speaking Nanny/Governess for the care of their 6 year old daughter. 3+ years of experience as a career nanny or governess, as well as work permit for UK and USA is required. Live-in accommodation provided. Salary $700-1000 npw.
English speaking Junior Nanny required for a Newborn in Moscow – GBN247
A family residing in Moscow, Russia is seeking an English speaking Junior Nanny for the care of their 3 months old baby. Experience with newborns is required. Live-in accommodation provided (separate room with en-suit). Salary $600 net per week.
Russian or Mandarin speaking Nanny required for a Newborn in London – GBN246
A family residing in Pimlico, London is seeking a Russian or Mandarin speaking Nanny for the care of their newborn baby due in April. Experience with newborns as well as up to date Paediatric First Aid are a must. Live-out, part-time schedule – Tue, Thur, Fri, plus travels upon mutual agreement. Salary £13+net per hour.
Flu Free into 2019 with Natural Remedies
With the children back at school and normal routine resumed it can be a time where your little ones (and you) may be more susceptible to picking up a bout of the dreaded January sniffles. We’ve put together some natural remedy suggestions to safely see you through to spring.
Rota Nanny required for G6 & B2 in Moscow – GBN245
A family residing in Moscow, Russia is seeking an experienced English speaking Nanny for the care of their daughter 6 and their son 2. 3+ years in childcare and teaching degree or certificates are a must. Live-in accommodation provided during shifts, plus flights home or live-out accommodation between shifts. Salary £2,500-3,000 npm.
Two Rota Nannies required for 2 girls in Hampstead – GBN244
A family residing in Hampstead, London is seeking two experienced English speaking Nannies for the care of their 2 daughters. 5+ years in childcare and private household experience a must. Live-in accommodation provided during shifts. 24/7 or 24/14 Rota schedule. Salary negotiable.
New Year’s Resolutions with a Difference
So the season of celebration draws to a close as we welcome in the new beginnings of 2019. The month of January provides us with an opportunity for reflection and stillness following the Christmas festivities. Many refer to this time as the ‘January Blues’ and begin to look forward to summer holidays, skipping past spring.
The Magic that Happens When You Love Your Child Unconditionally
Amongst the Christmas chaos, the bustling preparations and the hectic advent calendar it’s likely that your child has missed off their wish list the most important gift of all. Unconditional love. True unconditional love lasts a lifetime and fills your child’s heart for free.
Experienced Night Nanny required for G1 in Chelsea – GBN243
A family residing in Chelsea, London is seeking an experienced Night Nanny for the care of their 1 year old daughter. A great team player is a must. This is a live-in position with an accommodation provided. Schedule is 5 days/week 12 hours/day. Salary negotiable.
Experienced Nanny required for G1 in Chelsea – GBN242
A family residing in Chelsea, London is seeking an energetic and experienced Nanny with a childcare qualification (Norland or Chiltern preferred) for the care of their 1 year old daughter. This is a live-out position with an accommodation provided. Schedule is 5 days/week 12 hours/day. Salary negotiable.
Experienced Nanny required for B9, B8 & G4 in Kamloops, Canada – GBN241
A family residing in Kamloops, Canada is seeking an experienced Nanny who is also a confident driver, per friendly and good swimmer for the care of their 3 children, B9, B8 and G4. Live-in with a private room and bathroom, 2 days off per week. Start ASAP. Salary is $560+ pw.
Spanish speaking Nanny required for G8m in Munich, Germany – GBN240
A family residing in Munich, Germany is seeking an experienced, flexible and active Nanny who is also fluent in Spanish for the care of their 8 month old daughter. Live-out with separate apartment, Monday to Friday. Start in January 2019. Salary is negotiable.
Top 5 Things to Know About Working in a Private Household
Perhaps you’ve come across some of our job vacancies and wondered what working for a high profile family. Whilst the customs and expectations of each private household differ somewhat, there are some key cues to jot down in your nanny notebook ahead of starting a new position.
Live-out Nanny required for B6, B4 & NB in Sloane Square – GBN239
A family residing between Sloane Square and Clapham Junction in London is seeking an active, experienced and educated Nanny who is fluent in English and preferably Spanish. The main care is for B6 & B4 and shared care for a newborn. Live-out, five days per week. Salary negotiable.
English speaking Nanny required for G1 in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles – GBN237
A British family residing in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles is looking for an English speaking Nanny with 3+ years of experience and a valid driving license for the care of their 1 year old daughter. Live-in, 5 days per week, 12 hours per day. Salary is $1000 per week.
8 Ideas to Encourage an Attitude of Gratitude in Your Children
Teaching children an attitude of gratitude involves helping them to view their reality from a perspective of appreciation and abundance. If we are able to nurture this skill within the mind-set of children from a young age their quality of life will forever be enriched.
After-school Governess required for 3 children in Mayfair – GBN236
A family residing in Mayfair, London is seeking a fluent English-speaking Governess with 3+ years of experience and a university degree for the care of their 3 children (B5, G5, G4). Live-out, after school hours: Monday-Friday, 3pm – 8pm. Salary is £20 per hour.
After-school Governess required for B3 in Hampstead – GBN235
A family residing in Hampstead, London is seeking a fluent English-speaking Governess with 3+ years of experience and a university degree for the care of their son aged 3. Live-out, after school hours: Monday-Friday, 3pm – 8pm. Salary is high and negotiable.
English speaking Nanny required for B3 in Hampstead – GBN234
A family residing in Hampstead, London is seeking a fluent English-speaking Nanny with 3+ years of experience for the care of their son aged 3. This is a live-in position with possible Rota schedule. Salary is high and negotiable.
French/Spanish speaking Nanny/Manny for twins in London – GBN233
A family residing in St James’s Park, London is seeking a fluent English-speaking Nanny or Manny with additional fluent Spanish or French for the care of their twin daughters aged 2. This is a live-in position. Salary up to £1,000 npw.
Cultivating Guilt-Free ‘me time’ as a Modern Mother
Do you feel guilty about carving out time for self-care? Know this, Great British Mama: Taking care of yourself isn’t indulgent – it’s a crucial part of being a good mother. Enjoy our soul nourishing suggestions on how to fill up your self-care cup with love because balance is where the beauty begins.
Experienced Nanny required for a toddler in Riyadh – GBN232
A royal family, well-known to the agency, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is seeking a kind, caring, sensitive and very energetic nanny for the care of their 2 year old son. The boy has other siblings, who have their own nannies…
Five Reasons why Drawing is Essential for your Child’s Development
Drawing is an especially important outlet for children who do not yet have the verbal skills to communicate their feelings. Through your child’s art you are able to catch a glimpse into their rich internal world whilst conversely they are able to develop concentration, thought-processing and motor skills.
Live-in Nanny required for B2 & B7m in East Finchley, London – GBN231
A family of 4 residing in East Finchley is seeking a kind, flexible and active nanny for the care of their two sons aged 2 years and 7 months. Their two-year-old is an energetic boy that loves running around and being active but at the…
Reasons why Child’s life quality will be enhanced by learning a Foreign Language
Welcoming a Great British Nanny into your home not only allows additional care for your child on a practical level, but also intellectually too. Giving your child the opportunity to be loved and cared for by a native English speaker opens countless gateways towards a beautifully thriving future!
Experienced Nanny required for G2 & G3 in Notting Hill, London – GBN230
A young family from Notting Hill, London is seeking an experienced and kind nanny for the care and development of their two daughters of 2 and 3 years old. The household is fully staffed therefore a good team player is required…
Qualified Baby Nanny required in Regents Park, London – Rota – GBN229
A family from Saudi Arabia residing in London’s Regents Park is seeking a well-educated, experienced and qualified nanny for the care of their baby son of 9 months. The family has another nanny who works on a rota schedule with two…
Native English Governess/Nanny required in Izmir, Turkey – GBN228
A lovely Russian family residing in the suburbs of the beautiful city of Izmir in Turkey is seeking a mature native English-speaking nanny for the care and educational development of their daughter aged 6 and son of 10 months…
Top 6 Reasons Why Animals Are Incredible Teachers
In celebration of World Animal Day on October 4th and the fight for their protection, we wanted to share with you some of the many ways in which animals light up our world and teach us to be better humans!
Reasons why teaching children to label their feelings is so important
Happy and sad tend to be the primary feeling labels that are taught to children. This encourages a black and white type of thinking, good and bad, right and wrong. Assisting our children in understanding the full spectrum of human feelings is vital in ensuring that they grow into emotionally astute young adults. With this early understanding it’s far more likely that children’s emotional awareness will continue to develop into their adulthood.
English-speaking Baby Nanny required in Wimbledon, London – GBN227
A family of three residing in Wimbledon, Southwest London is seeking an experienced and professional career nanny for the care of their 6-month-old baby boy. The baby was born in India and they have had a wonderful nanny with them…
Experienced Baby Nanny required in Fort Lauderdale, USA – GBN226
A family residing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is seeking an experienced baby nanny for the care and education of their 10 month old baby girl. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years’ experience nannying within private households and…
English-speaking Nanny/Governess required in West Hampstead – GBN225
A family of 5 residing in West Hampstead, London is seeking a Nanny/Governess for the care and mother’s help of their two daughters aged 7 and 5 and occasional help with their baby boy. The children are very mature girls for their age and they…
Experienced Maternity Nurse urgently required in Riyadh – GBN224
A family well known to the agency is seeking a maternity nurse in Riyadh for their first born child, due in October 2018. The contract is 8 weeks to begin with, with the opportunity to be extended should that be something both the empl…
Russian-speaking Nanny/Governess required in Hatfield, UK – GBN223
A family residing in Hatfield, Hertfordshire is seeking a well-educated, flexible and energetic Russian speaking nanny/governess for the care and development of their daughter aged 6.The ideal candidate will be looking for their next long-term…
British Nanny/Governess required in Ullersdorf, Germany – GBN222
A German/Russian family residing in Ullersdorf, not far from Dresden, is seeking an experienced and educated British nanny/governess for their four children. The children have a local nanny already and the family also employ a housekeeper that…
Experienced Nanny for 2 boys required in Philadelphia, USA – GBN221
A lovely family residing in Philadelphia, USA, is seeking a qualified and experienced nanny for the care of their two sons aged 3.5 years and 6 months. The ideal candidate will be energetic, warm and flexible with at least five years’ experience…
Top 5 Activities for an Awesome Autumn with your Children
Each season evokes different feelings. Having said farewell to the sizzle of summer, we celebrate the welcoming of Autumn officially on September 23rd and a new season of cosiness, warmth, simplicity and calm. It’s a perfect chance to revel in nature’s beauty and create happy new memories with your cherished little ones!
Roald Dahl’s Pearls of Wisdom for Living a Beautiful Life
The timeless stories of Roald Dahl have delighted generations of children and their parents for decades. Over 100 years after his birth, his stories continue to inspire people of all ages and walks of life. From the vibrant characters to the marvellous stories, for many Roald Dahl is the world’s No.1 story teller.
Reasons why working with children is a gift like no other
It’s a beautiful thing when a passion and a career come together. It fills us with delight to place nannies, governesses and tutors with their ideal family in which both parties will be happy and contended. We make it a priority to ensure that each candidate’s skillset and expertise will be utilised to its full potential, allowing the candidate to feel fulfilled within their role of educator and caregiver.
British Governess/Tutor for G1 required in Dalian, China – GBN220
A lovely family residing in Dalian, a modern port city in China, is seeking a British Governess/Tutor for their one year old daughter and to help the mother to learn and improve her English. The family has another nanny to su…
English-speaking Baby Nanny, Bucharest, Romania – GBN219
A lovely young Romanian/Mexican family residing in Bucharest, Romania is seeking an experienced and qualified nanny for the care of their first child a baby girl of 5 months. The ideal candidate will have at least three years’ ex…
Qualified Maternity Nurse for a Newborn Baby, London – GBN218
A family well-recommended to the agency is seeking a professional, experienced and energetic Maternity Nurse in London from September 8th 2018 till the end of October. The family may wish to extend this into December which will make…
Importance of encouraging children to be open-minded
In today’s world we are lucky enough to learn about and connect with other cultures and ways of life so freely. Social media has allowed us to understand new perspectives and outlooks in abundance. As important as it is to limit screen time for our children, it’s also vital that we allow children to connect with the positive aspects of social media to broaden their minds and horizons.
How to become a great British nanny?
So you’ve seen the fabulous positions available on our website and perhaps had never been aware of the fabulous salary that comes with being a nanny for a high profile family. Having worked many years before as an Au Pair in Spain I was in disbelief when I saw the benefits package available for nannies looking to work in Russia, the Middle East and beyond.
Experienced British Nanny for 3 children, Dubai – GBN217
A family residing in Dubai is seeking a well-educated and experienced British nanny for the care of their three children aged 4, 3 and a baby of 4 months. The eldest children enjoy sporting activities and the outdoors. This is a shared care role with the moth…
Experienced Nanny for 3 children, Knightsbridge – GBN216
A family well recommended to us is seeking a native English or fluent in English and or Spanish and French (a bonus but not essential) nanny to join their family for the care of their three children. They have B 6.5, G 4.5 and B 2 and res…
Nannying in Moscow
We spoke to former British nanny Julia about her experience as a nanny working for a V.I.P family in Moscow. Please read in our blog post how much she loved living in Moscow, about her expectations and challenges she had to overcome.
Experienced Nanny for a 2 year old girl, Belgravia – GBN215
A family residing in Belgravia, London is seeking a professional and experienced nanny for the care of their 2 year old daughter. The ideal candidate will be seeking a full-time and permanent role that is flexible around the needs of the family…
Summer Governess for 3 girls in Yerevan – GBN214
An Armenian family residing in the beautiful Yerevan is seeking a British Governess/Tutor for a temporary role for 15 days from 7 to 21 July. The family requires an 8 hour everyday cover in that period, no days off. We have previously placed…
Important Reminder for Your Children during Exam Season
Right now, at this very moment, there are millions of children all over the world who are preparing for exams. Many of which will be feeling nervous about the impending scrutiny of their abilities. Read an inspirational letter of a Singapore principle to help you deal with stress and pressure.
Governor for 2 boys to travel around Mediterranean – GBN213
A Kazakh family, highly recommended to us, is looking for an educated and active native English-speaking governor, governess or tutor to join them on a boat trip from approximately 25 July. The family will travel with their two sons age 7 and…
Experienced Nanny/Manny for 8yo twins, Surrey – GBN212
A single father is seeking a Nanny or a Manny for the care of his twin boys age 8. The boys are well behaved, happy and motivated and get along very well with each other. The father has the boys with him from Wednesday to Saturday on some …
Native English-speaking Nanny for G4 in Saudi Arabia – GBN211
A member of the Saudi royal family based in Riyadh is seeking an experienced nanny, preferably with a background in child psychology, for the care of their four year old daughter. The candidate sought is a well-educated and experienced native…
Being a Nanny for an amazing family rocks
Read a letter from a Nanny where she shares her amazing experience and how much easier her job is just because she feels appreciated by her employers.
Travel Nanny for 3 children, Greece – GBN210
An English speaking travel nanny is required to travel to Greece with a family from Belgravia. The family has three children, B4 and B9 and G13.The family will require the candidate to travel with them to Greece and stay at their home there from 8 J…
Experienced Nanny for 2 toddlers, Brook Green, London – GBN209
A lovely family residing in Brook Green, London is seeking a qualified and experienced nanny/Norland nanny for the care of their two adorable little girls aged 2,5 and 1,5. The family previously had a Norland Nanny for two years and she has…
Summer Nanny for 2 children, London – GBN208
A Saudi Arabian family travelling to London from 12 July to 16 August 2018 is seeking a temporary English nanny to care for their two children, G4 and B2. The ideal candidate will be a nanny that is experienced with toddlers and is seeking work…
Maternity Nurse for October in Paris & Riyadh – GBN207
A family well known to the agency is seeking a maternity nurse in Riyadh for their first born child, due in October 2018. The contract is 8 weeks to begin with, with the opportunity to be extended should that be something both the empl…
Native English-speaking Nanny for B3 and G1 in Saudi Arabia – GBN206
A family residing between Riyadh and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia is seeking a well-educated, experienced and articulate nanny/governess for the care and education of their two sweet children a boy aged 3 and girl aged one. The family …
Summer Manny for B8 & B10 required in St Tropez – GBN205
A family spending the summer in St Tropez from June 29th – July 31st is seeking an active and intelligent male nanny/governor for the care of their two children B8 and B10. The family requires full cover of all the days during this period…
Five Benefits of Play with Children
There is a power in playtime that perhaps has been previously overlooked. It may look like leisure time, but when children are building dens, fighting imaginary monsters or playing house, they’re actually developing important life skills — and preparing their brains for the challenges of adulthood.
Native English-speaking Nanny for B2 in Saudi Arabia – GBN204
A Saudi family based in Riyadh is seeking an experienced nanny, preferably with a background in child psychology, for the care of their two year old son. The ideal candidate will be a native English-speaker from the U.K, Australia or New Zeal…
Temporary Nanny for 3 children, London – GBN203
A lovely family from Dubai, who is visiting London from 3 July to 3 September 2018, is seeking a well-educated, articulate and kind nanny for their 3 children G7, G4 and B3 months. The main focus will be entertaining and caring for the two girls…
Experienced Nanny for 2 children, Belfast & USA – GBN202
A family from Belfast that has been well recommended to us is seeking immediate childcare from now until the beginning of September. Two children B9m and G6. The ideal candidate must be a fluent English speaker with 5+ years of exp…
Experienced Nanny/Manny for B8 & G3, London – GBN201
A family currently residing in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, that shall be moving to London (East Dulwich) in the near future is seeking an experienced and qualified Nanny or Manny for the care of their two intelligent and curious children (B8 a…
Native English-speaking Nanny for B3 & B4 in Athens – GBN200
A lovely family residing in suburbs of Athens is looking for a native English-speaking nanny for their two children, B3 and B4. Start date could be either in August, when the family travels for one month around the Greek Islands or after 15 Septe…
Summer Nanny for 3 children, London – GBN199
A family from Saudi Arabia is travelling to London from the 20th June – 10th August requires a nanny for the care of their three children B9, G8, B4. Duties will include indoor and outdoor games (arts and crafts, reading, baking, sports) and acc…
Summer Nanny for 3 children, London – GBN198
A lovely family travelling to London on two separate trips, June 13th – July 1st and 14th July – 10th August, requires a temporary nanny for their three children, G6, B5 and G2. The family is our returning customer and we have great feedback fr…
English-speaking Nanny for G3, Belgravia – GBN197
A family residing in Belgravia, London is seeking a professional and experienced nanny for the care of their 3 year old daughter. Live-out position for someone with their own accommodation in London, flights and separate accommodation whilst…
Male Nanny/Tutor for B12, Sheffield – GBN196
A family residing close to Sheffield is seeking a permanent male nanny/tutor to assist with the care and education of their son aged 12. The main responsibility will be to home school the boy (with the assistance and input of a tutor), providing act…
Experienced baby nanny required in Moscow – GBN195
A Russian family residing on the outskirts of Moscow is seeking an experienced baby nanny from England to work alongside another native English speaking nanny for the primary care of their one year old baby boy that is also confident to assist with their other two children 7&10.
Tips for adapting to life as a Nanny
So you’ve just touched down in a foreign country which perhaps you’ve never visited before. Everything your eyes are seeing is new; perhaps you’re feeling a range of emotions you’ve never felt before. All these changes are heightened by the fact that you are alone, and let’s face it; it’s a scary situation to be in.
Gardening for Children – nurture your child with nature
Children love to get mucky in the garden and explore the nature around them. Now that the warmer weather is on its way, it’s the perfect time to take playtime outdoors and get those green fingers in the soil. Read our tips to get you started!
Governess for education of two girls in Dubai and Pakistan – GBN194
A lovely family in Dubai is seeking a well-educated, articulate and kind governess for their daughters of 7 and nearly 4 years old. They also have a son of three months, however he has his own nanny. Therefore the main focus of the governess…
Five tips for helping your toddler to sleep
Toddler sleep problems are very common and it can all add up to many frustrating and exhausting nights. Fortunately, there are many solutions that will help to get your little one to sleep. Follow these 5 top tips and soon you’ll both be sleeping like a baby.
British Nanny for B2.5 required in Moscow – GBN192
A full-time live out British nanny is required for a high-profile family living 40km from Moscow for their son (only child) of 2 ½ years. They are looking for a British nanny to help with the language development of their son whilst treating him as if he were her own child.
British Nanny for G5 & G8, Hampstead – GBN191
A family in Hampstead, London is seeking an experienced and educated British governess for the care and education of their two daughters 5 and 8 years old. This is a live-out (accommodation not provided) full-time position. Salary on offer £14-16 gross per hour.
Superb Nanny/Manny for B8 & G3, London – GBN190
A family currently residing in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, that shall be moving to London (East Dulwich) in the near future is seeking an experienced and qualified Nanny or Manny for the care of their two intelligent and curious children (B8 and G3). £500-700 per week
Bilingual French/English Nanny for Saudi Arabia – GBN189
A family residing in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, situated on Arabian Gulf and a 45 minute drive to Bahrain is seeking a young nanny/governess for their energetic, sporty and enthusiastic daughter of 6 years who is an only child…
English Nanny for Geneva, Switzerland – GBN187
An Italian family residing in Geneva, Switzerland is seeking an experienced, qualified and familiar with Montessori approach (either from training or experience) Nanny for the care of their two children, 2.5 year old girl and 8 months old boy. The family lives in a castle, 30 minute commute
Part-time Manny for for B6 and B9 in Brixton – GBN186
Manny for after-school care of two boys 6 and 9 is required in Brixton. Monday to Thursday, 2.30pm to 6.30pm. Duties: prepare snacks, pick up from school, assist with homework and have fun. Salary is £12-15 net per hour depending on experience. Start date is as soon as possible.
British Baby Nanny for a newborn baby in Muscat – GBN156
British Baby Nanny in Muscat is required. Top salary £1000 per week for childcare specialists with baby experience who are looking for their next long-term position. Muscat is a great destination for those who love sunshine, beaches and learning new cultures. Apply today
Nanny for two children in South Kensington – GBN158
A mature English-speaking nanny required in South Kensington, London for two children of school age. Salary on offer is from £10 to £12 net per hour for a childcare specialist who is looking for her next long-term position with great life-work balance.
Real Importance of a Routine for Children
When it comes to raising children, everyone will have their own wisdom to share. One practice that is shared by a lot of parents is the maintaining of a good routine for children.
Baby-Led Weaning vs. Traditional-Led Weaning
One of the most topical subject matters in the world of parenting is whether you should opt for baby-led weaning, or traditional weaning.
5 Reasons why Children should be left to Play Alone
When it comes to children, there’s often no shortage of others to play with. However, there are several benefits in ensuring your child can play alone at times.
Being a Governess in Russia
If you are thinking about applying for a Governess/Governor/Nanny/Manny position in Russia but are unsure then read on. Hopefully I can convince you it’s worth doing.
Ten Lifehacks for Parenting
Regardless how many children we have, the job never gets easier. It’s a role we embrace, but it doesn’t mean we shouldn’t make it easier when possible.
Teaching Your Children Healthy Eating Habits
The eating habits of our children can be a constant worry. Not only can they be fickle eaters, but they can also be drawn towards fast food and sweets.
Is Your Child Being Bullied? Looking for Signs and Finding a Resolution
Bullying is something that many endure at some point in their life, and often, it can occur during childhood. What to do if it happens to your child?
How to help someone through postnatal depression
Having a baby is one of the best times of your life. But what to do if the joy that come along with a new baby can be overshadowed by other feelings?
Things to consider when raising multiples
Being a parent of multiples can be demanding. And the prospect of raising more than one child at a time can be worrying and overwhelming. What to do?
English kindergarten teacher in Moscow
What’s it like being an English kindergarten teacher in Moscow? Here we have a first hand account from a British teacher working with Russian children.
Nannying abroad
Nannying abroad your next step? Read here about how one nanny/governess went to Moscow to teach English as a second language.
School holiday activities
Looking for interesting, fun and creative ideas to keep your children busy and enjoying themselves throughout the school holidays? Look no further.
Activities in Moscow this summer
Looking for fun activities to do in Moscow this summer whilst travelling and enjoying your holidays? A list of favourites by Moscow’s expat nanny community.
When should my child start learning English?
Thinking about when your child should start learning English as a second language? Or another language? When is the best time for them to start? Learn more.
Governess in Moscow
Governess in Moscow? Is this the next path in your Governess career. Here’s an example of a real experience and what it’s really like to live in Moscow!
What are the benefits of hiring a Nanny or Governess?
Governess in Moscow? Is this the next path in your Governess career. Here’s an example of a real experience and what it’s really like to live in Moscow!
12 attributes of a great Nanny
Trying to find yourself a great nanny for your children, not sure where to start? Here’s a helpful list of things for you to consider when hiring a nanny.
Myths about being bilingual
Some common myths about the effect of knowing and learning new languages from first hand experience of a polyglot that speaks four languages fluently.
Travel Nannies – Pack Like a Pro
Travel nannies and governesses, look no further than our 8 steps to speed packing like a pro for those last minute trips with the children.
Children’s activities for summer
Children’s summer activities ideas for parent and nannies. If you’re looking for fun ideas on how to keep your little ones occupied over the summer.
Z Governess in Moscow
Governess in Moscow? Is this the next path in your Governess career. Here’s an example of a real experience and what it’s really like to live in Moscow!
Overseas nanny jobs for nannies with Wanderlust
Looking for overseas nanny jobs? Not sure where to start? Simply want some more information? You’ve landed in the right place.
How to write a Nanny CV
It’s round about that time to update my CV. What is it about talking about ourselves that makes this part of our professional lives so challenging?
Why Are Wealthy Families Sending Their Children to Top UK Boarding Schools?
Why a UK boarding school? Thinking of sending your child overseas to study in the UK? Read here about why affluent families are choosing this option.
Interview tips for the nanny job of your dreams
Nanny interview tips for nannies, tutors and governesses to feel more confident when interviewing to land your next dream job as a childcarer.
